Dishonesty: Definition and Consequences Civic Education JSS 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 5
Lesson Plan for Civic Education
Subject: Civic Education
Class: JSS 1
Term: First Term
Week: 5
Age: 11 years
Topic: Dishonesty
Sub-topic:
- Meaning of Dishonesty
- Consequences of Dishonesty
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Define dishonesty and recognize its various forms.
- Identify and explain the consequences of dishonesty on individuals and society.
Keywords
- Dishonesty
- Consequences
- Deception
- Integrity
- Trust
Set Induction
Start with a short story or example illustrating a situation where dishonesty led to negative outcomes. Ask students how dishonesty might have affected the situation.
Entry Behaviour
Students should have a basic understanding of honesty and values discussed in previous lessons.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Textbook: Civic Education for JSS 1
- Whiteboard and markers
- Flashcards with examples of dishonesty
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
Connect the concept of dishonesty to previous lessons on honesty, highlighting how dishonesty contrasts with honesty and its impact.
Embedded Core Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Ethical Reasoning
- Effective Communication
Learning Materials
- Civic Education textbook
- Flashcards with examples of dishonesty
Reference Books
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- “Civic Education for JSS 1” by [Author]
Instructional Materials
- Whiteboard
- Markers
- Flashcards
Content
- Meaning of Dishonesty
- Dishonesty involves deceitful or misleading behavior, including lying, cheating, and fraud.
- Examples:
- Falsifying information on a school assignment.
- Lying about one’s actions or intentions.
- Stealing or taking something that doesn’t belong to you.
- Giving false information in a report or application.
- Pretending to be someone else to gain advantage.
- Consequences of Dishonesty
- Loss of Trust: Dishonesty can lead to others doubting your integrity and reliability.
- Damaged Reputation: A person known for dishonesty may suffer from a poor reputation.
- Strained Relationships: Dishonesty can create conflicts and damage relationships with family and friends.
- Legal Consequences: Dishonest actions, such as fraud, may result in legal repercussions.
- Personal Guilt: Dishonesty often leads to feelings of guilt and shame.
Evaluation
- Dishonesty involves ________ behavior. a) Truthful
b) Deceptive
c) Transparent
d) Honest - One consequence of dishonesty is the ________ of trust. a) Building
b) Loss
c) Gaining
d) Maintaining - Damaged reputation is a result of ________. a) Honesty
b) Dishonesty
c) Transparency
d) Integrity - Legal consequences of dishonesty may include ________. a) Reward
b) Freedom
c) Repercussions
d) Advantage - Dishonesty can ________ relationships with friends. a) Strengthen
b) Strain
c) Improve
d) Ignore - Personal guilt often follows ________. a) Honesty
b) Dishonesty
c) Integrity
d) Transparency - Lying is a form of ________. a) Truthfulness
b) Honesty
c) Dishonesty
d) Integrity - Cheating on a test is an example of ________. a) Integrity
b) Dishonesty
c) Transparency
d) Truthfulness - False information in a report leads to ________. a) Building trust
b) Damaged reputation
c) Strengthened relationships
d) Improved accuracy - Dishonesty can create ________ with family members. a) Harmony
b) Conflicts
c) Trust
d) Respect - Stealing is an example of ________ behavior. a) Honest
b) Transparent
c) Dishonest
d) Truthful - Dishonest actions can lead to ________ feelings. a) Joyful
b) Guilty
c) Proud
d) Satisfied - Deceiving someone is a form of ________. a) Integrity
b) Honesty
c) Dishonesty
d) Transparency - Fraud can result in ________ consequences. a) Positive
b) Legal
c) Rewarding
d) Advantageous - Cheating on an assignment is an example of ________. a) Honesty
b) Integrity
c) Dishonesty
d) Transparency
Class Activity Discussion
- Define dishonesty and provide an example from your own experience.
- Discuss two consequences of dishonesty and how they affect individuals.
- How can dishonesty impact relationships with friends and family?
- Share a situation where dishonesty led to legal or personal consequences.
- Explain how honesty could have prevented the negative outcomes discussed.
Presentation
- Step 1: Review the previous lesson’s key points on honesty.
- Step 2: Introduce the new topic on dishonesty, defining it and discussing its consequences.
- Step 3: Facilitate a discussion and activity to help students understand and relate to the consequences of dishonesty.
Teacher’s Activities
- Define and explain dishonesty and its consequences.
- Discuss examples and facilitate discussions to reinforce understanding.
Learners’ Activities
- Participate in discussions and activities.
- Complete the fill-in-the-blank questions.
- Share personal experiences related to dishonesty.
Assessment
- Evaluate student participation in discussions and their responses to the fill-in-the-blank questions.
Evaluation Questions
- Explain the meaning of dishonesty.
- Describe two consequences of dishonesty.
- How does dishonesty affect a person’s reputation?
- Discuss how dishonesty can impact relationships.
- Provide an example of dishonesty and its consequences.
- What are some legal repercussions of dishonesty?
- How does dishonesty lead to personal guilt?
- Explain the impact of dishonesty on trust.
- Describe a situation where dishonesty could have severe consequences.
- List and explain two forms of dishonest behavior.
Conclusion
The teacher summarizes the key points of the lesson, reviews student responses, and provides feedback on their understanding of dishonesty and its impact.
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